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Independent Living in California

Overview of Independent Living in California

From old-growth Redwood forests to white sandy beaches, California has earned its nickname as The Golden State for good reason. California is home to great weather, year-round sunshine, and unmatched beauty. There are many great retirement communities in Southern California and the rest of the state. A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can help you or your loved one find the best retirement communities in California that meet your family’s needs.

Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 880 independent living communities in California. The median monthly cost of independent living in California is about $3,000.

Top-rated Independent Living facilities in California

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Revel Lodi

2923 Reynolds Ranch, Lodi, CA 95240
10
Review Score
75 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Scott S - I'm a current/former resident or client

I love this senior, independent living facility. My monthly rent covers everything. This is a gated community my car my mail my packages I may receive are all secure. I feel safe and protected here. There...

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Cogir of Brentwood

150 Cortona Way, Brentwood, CA 94513
10
Review Score
45 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Sherri D - I'm a current/former resident or client

Caring staff who will go out of their way to meet your needs. There are more activities than I have time to do. The administration will listen to any concerns of the residents. The dining room always have a...

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Sunrise of Rocklin

6100 Sierra College Boulevard, Rocklin, CA 95677
10
Review Score
51 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Jane s - I'm a current/former resident or client

When I walked in [name removed] the activity guy greeted me. He was in the front area conducting balloon valley ball with many residents. The laughter was infectious. I then took a tour and was met with...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Beverly Hills

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Sunrise of Beverly Hills

201 North Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
10
Review Score
45 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I think the staff is great very friendly. I see the same people all the time and I like them so that's great. The room size is good very good and the amenities I believe were good ones. Minor thought was...

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Sunrise at Sterling Canyon

25815 McBean Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355
10
Review Score
55 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Peggy E - I'm a current/former resident or client

I had a problem with bus service to church (no bus driver available on Sundays) I was given an oportunity to find a friend to take me and bring me back. Then my friend was given a lunch in exchange for...

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Pacifica Senior Living Northridge

8700 Lindley Ave, Northridge, CA 91325
10
Review Score
247 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one was previously a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Northridge for almost a year and the experience was great for her. This place is a great facility. Based on our experience, I would recommend...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Los Angeles

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Sunrise of Beverly Hills

201 North Crescent Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
10
Review Score
45 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I think the staff is great very friendly. I see the same people all the time and I like them so that's great. The room size is good very good and the amenities I believe were good ones. Minor thought was...

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2 Floor plans available

Pacifica Senior Living Northridge

8700 Lindley Ave, Northridge, CA 91325
10
Review Score
247 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My loved one was previously a resident at Pacifica Senior Living Northridge for almost a year and the experience was great for her. This place is a great facility. Based on our experience, I would recommend...

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Atria Tarzana

5325 Etiwanda Avenue, Tarzana, CA 91356
9.8
Review Score
72 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Barb F - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I moved my mother to Atria Tarzana two years ago after my father passed. We are both very happy with the services provided here. They offer transportation 7 days a week along with valet parking. The...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Torrance

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Brookdale South Bay

5481 Torrance Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503
9.0
Review Score
35 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Wendell - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff are very friendly and helpful. House keeping is good, but they are currently trying to hire more. The staff always contacts me if there are issues and all of them remember our names. The meals...

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Ivy Park at Palos Verdes

25535 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90505
8.8
Review Score
24 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Anonymous - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

They are friendly and responsive. They have helped get mom's glucose numbers down. They make her feel at home.We actually picked another community, but they had a delayed opening so mom got settled and now...

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Spring Senior Assisted Living

20900 Earl St, Torrance, CA 90503
8.5
Review Score
19 reviews
R R - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff, location, and the good value for the community all stands out to me. The community is very clean. The staff communication with...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in San Jose

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Atria Willow Glen

1660 Gaton Drive, San Jose, CA 95125
9.8
Review Score
107 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Kate K - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My 86 year old mom moved into Atria Willow Glen in May 2023. From our first visit, the staff was helpful, responsive, knowledgeable and incredibly supportive. The assisted living team is excellent. Care is...

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Belmont Village San Jose

500 South Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95128
9.5
Review Score
64 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Steven H - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Staff is generally friendly to visitors unlike previous facility. Relatives who have visited my dad have made numerous comments to that affect. Facility have live activity leaders in memory care to...

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Atria Evergreen Valley

4463 San Felipe Road, San Jose, CA 95135
9.3
Review Score
65 reviews
Starting at
$X,XXX/mo
Debby - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The food needs improvement in variety. Transportation needs more drivers for appointments and outings. Also, communication between departments needs better coordination so that everyone is on the same page...

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Top cities in California for independent living

8.5
San Diego, CA
64 facilities
8.4
8.3
Torrance, CA
37 facilities
8.2
Beverly Hills, CA
122 facilities
8.1
San Jose, CA
57 facilities
8.0
Los Angeles, CA
146 facilities

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